She had a nightmare. A figure standing in the dark was stabbing Jim and screaming at him.
The figure stepped into the light. It was her father.
Chapter Five
The next few months were misery for Ashley. The image of Jim Cleary’s bloody, mutilated body kept going through her mind.
She thought of seeing Dr. Speakman again, but she knew she dare not discuss this with anyone.
She felt guilty even thinking that her father might have done such a terrible thing.
She pushed the thought away and tried to concentrate on her work. It was impossible.
She looked down in dismay at a logo she had just botched. Shane Miller was watching her, concerned.
“Are you all right, Ashley?” She forced a smile. “I’m fine.”
“I really am sorry about your friend.” She had told him about Jim.
“I’ll-I’ll get over it.” “What about dinner tonight?” “Thanks, Shane. I-I’m not up to it just yet. Next week.”
“Right. If there’s anything I can do—” “I appreciate it. There’s nothing anyone can do.”
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